Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2
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Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-72mm (F1.4-2.8) lens
- 310g - 106 x 60 x 42mm
- Launched September 2016
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-LX15
- Replaced the Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched September 2009
- Replacement is Sigma DP2s
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Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the LX10 (1") and DP2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LX10 was manufactured 7 years after the DP2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the LX10 matches up against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX10 over the Sigma DP2
| LX10 | DP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2016 |  | September 2009 | More modern by 86 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Panasonic LX10
| DP2 | LX10 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic LX10 and Sigma DP2
| LX10 | DP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX10 comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the LX10 and the DP2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and DP2 is 88 and 86 respectively.
Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX10 and DP2.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX10 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic LX10 will render extra detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer LX10 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Sigma DP2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sigma |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | Sigma DP2 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-LX15 | - |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2016-09-19 | 2009-09-21 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.4-2.8 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto w/ red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 320x240 |
| Video format | MP4, H.264, AAC | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 310 grams (0.68 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 60 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 20 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 581 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 sec (3 shots)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $700 | $649 |